This one from Woodland-Normanstone near Woodley Park continues to grow on me.

This house is located at 2907 Normanstone Lane, NW:

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The listing says:

“Gorgeous Contemporary in sought after Mass. Ave. Heights. Very private, 4 bdrm, 4 1/2 bath with soaring ceilings, floor to ceiling windows, new deck with gazebo overlooking forest. Perfect for upscale entertaining. Huge well-lit office space in lower level, au-pair/staff suite. Close to Dupont and short walk to Woodley Park. Pristine condition. Tons of open space for displaying art. An urban oasis.”

You can see a mouse on house tour here.

This 4 bed/4.5 bath is going for $2,700,000.

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From MPD:

The Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch is investigating the death of an adult male that occurred in the 3000 block of Woodland Drive, NW.

On Friday, June 29, 2012, at approximately 11:10 pm, members of the Second District responded to the 3000 block of Woodland Drive, NW for a report of a tree down and an unconscious male. Upon arrival, they located an adult male lying on the ground. They also located an adult female who suffered from burns to her body from an apparent power line that was down. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services personnel arrived on the scene and transported both victims to a local hospital. The adult male subsequently succumbed to his injuries. The cause of death is pending an autopsy. The adult female was admitted to a local hospital for treatment.

The decedent is identified as 67-year-old Mohammad Ghafoorian, of Northwest, Washington D.C.

This home is located at 2203 Wyoming Ave, NW:

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The flier says:

“A total restoration of a truly American-style all-brick home designed by noted architect Alfred B. Mullett. A dramatic entrance hall, double living rms, large dining rm, exceptional craftsmanship throughout, elevator. Modernized, yet with many original features. Main level offers double living rooms, large dining room, gourmet kit w/ La Cornue appliances & cabinetry, spa-like Master baths.”

You can find more info here and a virtual tour here.

This 6 bed/4.5 bath his yours for $6,250,000.

This home is located at 2520 30th St, NW:

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The flier says:

“Highly distinguished, prominent, European style estate offers exceptional scale, quality & sophistication. Beautifully proportioned public rms incl a gallery sized reception hall, sensational formal LR & DR w/ FP’s and a intimate circular library w/ FP. Public rms open to massive terrace w/ Park views. 1st lvl master wing. 2 family rms and a gourmet kit. Circular drive + 2 car garage.”

You can find more info here and a virtual tour here.

This 6 bed/6 bath is yours for $7,995,000.

I’ve had a great time watching this one progress. Now that it’s completely finished, what do you think? More info and previous photos here.

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This great one is located in the Woodland-Normanstone neighborhood. Not sure the photo does it proper justice but it’s a pretty interesting one.

This new house in the Woodland-Normanstone neighborhood has certainly been controversial. Here’s what it looked like in Feb. The architect is Michael Marshall. Here’s what it looked like in September.  I gotta say, I’m absolutely digging it. Check out the chimney:

Now that it’s coming closer to completion for those who had reservations, has it grown on you at all?

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Since we judged this ultra modern new home in the Woodland-Normanstone neighborhood, I wanted to share a few other examples I encountered in the neighborhood.

This is the house we looked at back in September located by Rock Creek Drive and Woodland Drive in the Woodland-Normanstone neighborhood. The architect is Michael Marshall. Here’s what it looked like in September. You digging the progress?